Ram Singh Thakuri
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Ram Singh Thakuri (15 August 1914 – 15 April 2002) was an Indian freedom fighter, musician and composer.[1] He composed a number of patriotic songs including Kadam Kadam Badaye Ja and Subh Sukh Chain whilst serving in the Indian National Army.
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Ram Singh Thakuri | |
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Born | (1914-08-15)15 August 1914 Khanyara, Dharamsala, Punjab Province, British India (now in Himachal Pradesh, India) |
Died | 15 April 2002(2002-04-15) (aged 87) Bhaisakund, Uttar Pradesh, India |
Allegiance | British India Azad Hind India |
Service/ | British Indian Army Indian National Army Indian Army |
Years of service | 1942–1974 |
Rank | Company Havildar Major |
Unit | 1st Gorkha Rifles |
Battles/wars | Khyber-Pakhtunkhwa War |
Awards | King George VI Coronation Medal |
Spouse(s) | Premu Thakuri |
Other work | Band Master |
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Later in life, Captain Singh worked for the Uttar Pradesh Provincial Armed Constabulary (PAC) and founded the Constabulary band.